CALENDAR
April Calendar
TECH HELP SESSIONS. SPPL offers one-on-one Technology Help Sessions. A library staff member will sit with you to assist with accessing eBooks, learning how to use a new device, navigating a computer, and to answer any other basic technology questions. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. To make an appointment come into the library or visit www.sppl.net.
MARCH EVENTS
Thursday, March 28
DOUGLASS CENTER BOOK CLUB. 10:30 a.m. Multiple copies of the selected book are available for checkout at the library. The Douglass Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: mmiller@sppl.net.
MEDICAL MINUTES. 1 – 2 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to learn about different topics each month beneficial to educating our senior community. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CONCERT. 7 p.m. Allan Ware, clarinetist, performs. McPherson Theater, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.sandhillsbpac.com/events.
FILM SERIES. 7 p.m. Watch Marie Antoinette during the woman director film series. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
MUSIC JAM. 7 p.m. Bring your instrument and join the jam. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
Saturday, March 30
FILM SERIES. 7 p.m. Raise the Roof: A Sunrise Theater fundraiser. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
LIVE MUSIC. 7 p.m. Live music from Jeff Wall (BigDumbHick). Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
APRIL EVENTS
Monday, April 1
QUILTS OF VALOR. 12 – 4 p.m. Quilts of Valor meets the first Monday of each month to create lap quilts made especially for veterans. If you sew, bring your machine; if you don’t sew, you can iron or cut out fabrics for new designs. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
ART EXHIBIT. View the work of Josiah King, a North Carolina artist and teacher, whose work focuses on moments of beauty in nature. The exhibit will be on display until April 20. Hastings Art Gallery, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst.
PLANT SALE. The Pinehurst Garden Club holds its annual plant sale fundraiser through April 5. Green Haven Plant Farm, 255 Green Haven Lane, Carthage. Info: (910) 603-2279 or www.pinehurstgardenclub.org.
Tuesday, April 2
BRAIN FITNESS. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 18 and older are invited to enjoy short relaxation and brain enhancement exercises, ending with a mindfulness practice. Eve Gaskell will be the instructor. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
TEEN CREATIVITY CLUB. 4:30 p.m. Teen Creativity Club is a new meeting space for creative teens in grades 6 – 12. From creative writing to storytelling to drawing and more, come by and see what other teen artists are doing. The club will be working on a Spring Zine issue to showcase its work. Bring your friends. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: kbroughey@sppl.net.
Thursday, April 4
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. 3:30 p.m. Drop by to get a snack, pick out a book, and take home a craft. Elizabeth Rounds Park, 570 Pee Dee Road, Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net.
SUPPORT GROUP. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. On the first Thursday of each month there is a meeting for the Sandhills Chronic Kidney Disease Support Group. Clara McLean House, Shadowlawn Room, 20 First Village Drive, Pinehurst. Info:
angela@sandhillsckd.com or kathy@sandhillsckd.com.
FILM SERIES. 7 p.m. Watch Four Weddings and a Funeral, during the British Are Coming Film Series. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
Friday, April 5
LUNCH BUNCH. 11:30 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to dine on different cuisines each month as you visit area restaurants. Carpool with friends or meet at the restaurant. Dining locations will be chosen the week before. Info: (910) 692-7376.
ART EXHIBIT. 5 – 7 p.m. The Artists League of the Sandhills will host an opening reception for The Art of Golf exhibit, featuring the works of Linda Nunez and Paula Spinner. It will be on display through April 26. Artists League of the Sandhills, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Info: www.artistleague.org.
LIVE FUNDRAISER. 7 p.m. Come to Broadway Baby Jr., a Sunrise live fundraiser and singing competition. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
COMEDY SERIES. 7 – 8:15 p.m. BPAC’s comedy series continues with comedian Rondell Sheridan performing “If You’re Over 40 and You Know It, Clap Your Hands!” Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
FIREFEST. A two-day celebration of using fire to create incredible artwork. Demonstrations, workshops, and exhibitions in glass, ceramics and metal. Tickets are $10 each day. The celebration continues through April 6. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
Saturday, April 6
KIDS’ SATURDAY. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Families are invited to a monthly themed craft event to socialize and get creative. Geared toward ages 3 – 10. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642 or www.vopnc.org.
PAINTED PONIES. The 5th Annual Painted Ponies Art Walk ends with a live online auction for all 16 ponies. Info: www.carolinahorsepark.com.
Sunday, April 7
LIVE JAZZ. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy the outdoors on the Weymouth grounds for live jazz with Hornheads’ Kenny Holmes and his saxophone. Bring your own blanket, chairs and a picnic. There will be a cash bar available. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.
WRITING GROUP. 3 p.m. Are you interested in creating fiction, nonfiction, poetry or comics? Come to the Sunday Afternoon Writing Group. Connect with other writers and artists, chat about your craft, and get feedback about your work. All levels welcome. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: lholden@sppl.net.
SPRING CONCERT. 4 p.m. The Moore County Choral Society presents Illumination. The community choir is led by Anne Dorsey and accompanied by pianist Stephen Gourley. Free admission. Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church, 330 S. May St., Southern Pines. Info: www.moorecountychoralsociety.org.
Monday, April 8
PHOTO CLUB. 7 p.m. Sandhills Photography Club monthly meeting will be a competition. The theme is “Worm’s Eye View.” Guests are welcome. Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Visitors Center, 3245 Airport Road, Southern Pines. Info: www.sandhillsphotoclub.org.
Tuesday, April 9
HATHA YOGA. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Increase your flexibility, balance, stability and muscle tone while learning the basic yoga principles of alignment and breathing. You may gain strength, improve circulation and reduce chronic pain practicing gentle yoga postures and mindfulness. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
AARP TALK. 12 – 12:30 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to join AARP for a fraud talk. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. 3:30 p.m. Drop by to get a snack, pick out a book, and take home a craft. Morganton Road Sports Complex, 100 Fire Lane, Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net.
Wednesday, April 10
SENIOR EXCURSION. 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to join Southern Pines Parks and Recreation to travel to Fayetteville for a fun spring day of baseball. Enjoy lunch at one of the many tasty concession stands. Cost is $32 for residents and $44 for non-residents. Info: (910) 692-7376.
FIRE SAFETY. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn helpful fire safety tips that can save your life. Free event, registration recommended. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
Thursday, April 11
HOT GLASS COLD BEER. 5:30 p.m. Join a live glass blowing demonstration. Tickets are $5. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
BOOK EVENT. 6 p.m. Authors Joy Callaway and Melissa Ferguson talk about their latest books. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
FILM SERIES. 7 p.m. Watch Hot Fuzz during the British Are Coming Film Series. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
Friday, April 12
KARAOKE NIGHT. 7 p.m. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
Saturday, April 13
CRAFT DAYS. Children and their families can come by the library for Drop-in Craft Days and work on crafts and coloring at their own pace. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
COMMUNITY YARD SALE. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy shopping 20 – 40 individual outdoor booths offering everything from handmade crafts, modern tools and electronics, vintage and antique collectibles, and even an assortment of everyday household items or clothes. A food truck will be on site. The Bee’s Knees, 125 N.C. 73, West End. Info: (910) 420-8970.
WORKSHOP. 9 a.m. Learn the art of blacksmithing from instructor Ian Thomsen and take home your creations. There is another workshop at 1 p.m. at Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
WORKSHOP. 10 a.m. Use a signature in-house clay body to make your own ceramic mug with instructor Andrew Tran. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
HOME AND GARDEN TOUR. 10 a.m. The 76th annual Southern Pines Garden Club Home & Garden Tour features houses, farms and their notable landscapes. Presenting ideas for inspired living in our modern times, enjoy this year’s collection of “idea” homes and gardens, a tour to benefit the landscaping and beautification of Woodlawn Cemetery in West Southern Pines. The tour will start at 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.southernpinesgardenclub.com.
SPRING FLING. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Celebrate the arrival of spring with fun games, face painting, bounce houses, entertainment and more. Concessions will be available for purchase. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 3 – 12. Free of charge. Memorial Park Baseball Field C, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
MUSIC FESTIVAL. 3 – 10 p.m. The Herb Cameron Music Festival will feature headliner Tyler Halverson. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
Sunday, April 14
LIBRARY PROGRAM. 2:30 p.m. Did you know you can get free eBooks, audiobooks and magazines using the Libby app and your library card? Come to an “Introduction to Libby” program to learn all about using the app. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: msilva@sppl.net.
Tuesday, April 16
BRAIN FITNESS. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 18 and older are invited to enjoy short relaxation and brain enhancement exercises, ending with a mindfulness practice. Eve Gaskell will be the instructor. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BINGO. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to play 10 games of bingo. Cost is $4 for residents and $6 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
TEEN CREATIVITY CLUB. 4:30 p.m. Teen Creativity Club is a new meeting space for creative teens in grades 6 – 12. From creative writing to storytelling to drawing and more, come by and see what other teen artists are doing. The club will be working on a Spring Zine issue to showcase its work. Bring your friends. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: kbroughey@sppl.net.
BOOK CHAT. 5:30 p.m. Join a perfect blend of books and crafts at the Book Chat and Craft Night at Southern Pines Brewing, 565 Air Tool Drive, Southern Pines. Info: mhoward@sppl.net.
BOOK EVENT. 6 p.m. Enjoy a free conversation with Tom Maxwell about his book A Really Strange and Wonderful Time — The Chapel Hill Music Scene 1989-1999. Register in advance. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Wednesday, April 17
WHITEHALL BOOK CLUB. 2 p.m. The Southern Pines Public Library’s book club for adults meets to discuss this month’s book. The book club is open to the public. Whitehall Property, 490 Pee Dee Road, Southern Pines. Info: mmiller@sppl.net.
BOOK EVENT. 5 p.m. Author Kathleen DuVal speaks about her book Native Nations: A Millennium in North America. Free event. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
ALBUM RELEASE. 6:30 p.m. Attend Tony Low’s album release party. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
Thursday, April 18
BRUNCH. 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. Join the Sandhills Christian Women’s Connection for a relaxing and uplifting morning with a brunch buffet, musical selections, inspirational speakers and a visit from Hollyfield Design floral, decor and gift boutique. Doors open at 9 a.m. Cost is $24 cash or check. Country Club of Whispering Pines, 2 Clubhouse Blvd., Whispering Pines. For reservations call (910) 215-4568 or email patsyrpeele@gmail.com.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM. 3:30 p.m. Drop by to get a snack, pick out a book and take home a craft. Downtown Park, Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net.
OPEN MIC. 7 p.m. Come enjoy an open mic night. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
FILM SERIES. 7:30 p.m. Watch A Fish Called Wanda during the British Are Coming Film Series. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
Friday, April 19
ROCK ‘N’ RUN. 6 – 9 p.m. Friend to Friend presents its 8th annual Rock ‘n’ Run 5K. Whiskey Pines will play music at the start line, and there will be beer and a concert at the finish line. There will be activities for kids, live music and food trucks. Southern Pines Brewing Company, 565 Air Tool Drive, Southern Pines. Info:
www.runsignup.com/Race/NC/SouthernPines/FriendtoFriendRockNRun5K.
SPRING CONVENTION. 6:30 p.m. Enjoy live music at the two-day Carolina’s District Spring Convention and Contest hosted by the Golf Capital Chorus. The weekend events continue through April 20. Lee Auditorium, 250 Voit Gilmore Lane, Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
MAINSTAGE SERIES. 7 – 8:30 p.m. The Paul Taylor Dance Company performs under the leadership of artistic director Michael Novak. Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Saturday, April 20
PARTY FOR THE PINE. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Gather at the Weymouth Woods Boyd Tract meadow for a free festival to celebrate the oldest longleaf pine in the world. Learn about the native habitat, see turpentine demonstrations, play games and watch a prescribed burn demonstration. Food trucks on-site. Info: www.partyforthepine.org.
SPRING FESTIVAL. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The town of Vass is hosting a spring festival with a live band, vendors and food. Seaboard St., Vass. Info: (910) 245-4677 or vassnc@townofvass.com.
CLENNY CREEK – HERITAGE DAY. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Moore County Historical Association has its annual Heritage Day showcasing the Bryant House and McLendon Cabin. There will be tours, farm petting areas, live music and food. The Bryant House, 3361 Mt. Carmel Road, Carthage. Info: (910) 692-2051 or www.moorehistory.com.
ANNIVERSARY PARTY. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Hatchet Brewing Company celebrates four years of serving the Sandhills. There will be food trucks and a BBQ contest as well as special beer releases and vendors. Free entry. Hatchet Brewing Co, 490 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines.
MET OPERA. 1 p.m. La Rondine, live in HD. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
DANCING. 6 p.m. Carolina Pines Dance Club invites everyone to a fun evening of swing, shag, ballroom, Latin and line dancing. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dance lessons from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Dancing until 9:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced dancers, couples and singles all welcome. Cost is $20 per person, cash at the door. Tyson
Sinclair Ballroom, 105 McReynolds St., Second Floor, Carthage. Info: (910) 331-9965.
CONCERT. 6 – 9 p.m. Departure, the Journey Tribute Band, performs during the Cooper Ford concert series. Moore County Airport, 7425 Aviation Blvd., Carthage. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
TRIVIA. 7 p.m. Trivia night hosted by Jordan Watson. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
CINEMATIC CELEBRATION. 7:30 – 11 p.m. Enjoy a double feature with Reefer Madness and Cheech & Chong’s Up in Smoke. Cameo Art House Theatre, 225 Hay St., Fayetteville. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Sunday, April 21
STEAM. 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Elementary-aged children and their caregivers are invited to learn about topics in science, technology, engineering, art and math and to participate in STEAM projects and activities. This month celebrate Earth Day. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or kbroughey@sppl.net.
FAMILY FUN SERIES. 3 – 4 p.m. Big Bang Boom! performs a parent-friendly, children’s rock concert. Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
CONCERT. 4 – 5:30 p.m. The Pembroke Singers will be in concert. Community Congressional Church, 141 N. Bennett St., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Monday, April 22
BOOK EVENT. 12 p.m. Join a virtual conversation between Kimberly Daniels Taws and Becca Rothfield chatting about Rothfield’s book of essays All Things Are Too Small. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Tuesday, April 23
HATHA YOGA. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Increase your flexibility, balance, stability and muscle tone while learning the basic yoga principles of alignment and breathing. You may gain strength, improve circulation and reduce chronic pain as we practice gentle yoga postures and mindfulness. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
MEDICAL MINUTES. 1 – 2 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to learn about different topics each month beneficial to the senior community. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BOOK EVENT. 5 p.m. Author Jill McCorkle returns to chat about Old Crimes, a collection of stories. Free event. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Wednesday, April 24
LUNCH ‘N’ LEARN. 10 a.m. Lunch n’ Learn presents “Spring Forward with Beautiful Flowers” by Carol Dowd of Botanicals Fabulous Flowers and Orchids. Presentation begins promptly at 10 a.m. followed by a Chef Katrina lunch and dessert. Cost is $30 per person, reservations required. Sandhills Woman’s Exchange, 15 Azalea Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-4677 or www.sandhillswe.org.
JAZZ NIGHT. 6:30 p.m. Enjoy jazz music featuring local duo Soul Noises. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
Thursday, April 25
WELLNESS CLASSES. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Adults 18 and older are invited to learn about different topics each month involving information that will improve mind, body and spirit. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
DOUGLASS CENTER BOOK CLUB. 10:30 a.m. Multiple copies of the selected book are available for checkout at the Southern Pines Public Library. The Douglass Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: mmiller@sppl.net.
FASHION SHOW. 11:30 a.m. Women of the Pines presents a fashion show and luncheon. Cost is $75 per person. Reservations and payment due by April 19. Fair Barn, 200 Beulah Hill Road S., Pinehurst. Info and tickets: www.womenofthepines.org.
FILM SERIES. 7 p.m. Watch Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels during the British Are Coming Film Series. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
OLD TIME JAM. 7 p.m. If you play old-time music or are interested in learning more about it bring your instrument (banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar) and join the jam. Spectators are welcome. Free of charge. Starworks Cafe and Taproom, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Info: www.StarworksNC.org.
LECTURE SERIES. 7 – 8 p.m. The Ruth Pauley Lecture Series continues with Dr. Anne Weiss speaking on exploring NASA. Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
Saturday, April 27
CRAFT DAYS. Children and their families can come by the library for Drop-in Craft Days and work on crafts and coloring at their own pace. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
ART EXHIBIT. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Garden Club of the Sandhills ushers in the spring season by hosting the “Blooming Art” exhibit, featuring professional floral designers, local garden club members and local artists. Tickets are $20. The exhibit continues on April 28 from 12 – 4 p.m. Campbell House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.
CONCERT. 7 p.m. Join Trinity Music Academy for the finale to its concert series, a gala evening with Sophia Pavlenko and friends. Info: www.trinitymusicacademy.org.
BROADWAY CONCERT. 7 p.m. The Sandhills Repertory Theatre puts on an operatic Broadway concert. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
Sunday, April 28
BROADWAY CONCERT. 2 p.m. The Sandhills Repertory Theatre puts on a Broadway concert. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, May 11
CONCERT. 7:30 p.m. The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra presents Bad to the Bones with Joseph Alessi. Seabrook Auditorium, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville. Info: (910) 433-4690.
Sunday, May 12
LATINO FESTIVAL. 1 – 6 p.m. Latinos Activate JOCO announces the eighth annual JOCO Latino Festival, a vibrant celebration of Latino culture and community engagement. The festival will be held at 105 S. Raiford St., Selma. Info: www.latinosactivatejoco.com.
Saturday, May 18
CORVETTE SHOW. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Corvettes of Sandhills is hosting its third annual Corvette show. There will be a silent auction, trophies, dash plaques, door prizes, music, food trucks and more. Rain or shine event. Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst.
WEEKLY EVENTS
Mondays
WORKSPACES. 7 a.m. – 3p.m. The Given Tufts Bookshop has a new pop-in co-workspace open on Mondays and Thursdays in the upstairs conference room. Bookshop floor and private meeting room by reservation only. Info: www.giventuftsfoundation.com.
WORKOUTS. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to get their workout on. Open Monday through Friday. Cost for six months: $15/resident; $30/non-resident. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CHAIR YOGA. 9 – 10 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Help offset body aches encountered with desk work. This is an accessible yoga class for bodies not able to easily get up from and down to the floor. Do standing or sitting in a chair. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
STRENGTH AND BALANCE WORKOUT. 11 – 11:45 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to enjoy a brisk workout that focuses on balance and strength. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
RESTORATIVE YOGA. 12 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Practice gentle movements that may help alleviate pain and improve circulation and general well-being. Bring your own mat. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
GAME ON. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. You and your friends are invited to come out and play various games such as corn hole, badminton, table tennis, shuffleboard, trivia games, and more. Each week enjoy a different activity to keep you moving and thinking. Compete with friends and make new ones all for free. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
Tuesdays
SOUND BATH. 9 – 10 a.m. Adults 18 and older can enjoy the rhythm and vibration of this medicine drum sound bath moving body and mind into deep rest mode. Your body will be refreshed and your mind clear and quiet. A unique and ancient healing arts practice. Cost is $16 for residents and $24 for non-residents. Train Station, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
SLOW FLOW YOGA. 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Adults 18 and older can learn how mindfulness can change your life with Brian O’Grady. Please bring your own yoga mat. Cost is $25 for residents and $35 for non-residents. Train Station, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
PLAYFUL LEARNING. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come for a drop-in, open playtime for ages birth – 3 years to interact with other children and have educational playtime. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642.
BABY RHYMES. 10:15 a.m. Baby Rhymes is specially designed for the youngest learners (birth- 2) and their caregivers. Repetition and comforting movements make this story time perfect for early development and brain growth. There will be a duplicate session at 10:45 a.m. An active library card is required. Dates this month are April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
HEALING YOGA. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older can try an entry-level class, for a mind and body workout that fuses dance moves with gentle aerobics, tai chi and yoga. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
GAME DAY. 12 p.m. Enjoy bid whist and other cool games all in the company of great friends. For adults 55 and older. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CHESS. 1:30 – 5 p.m. Come join a chess group, whether you have been playing for a while or you have never played. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
LINE DANCE. 4:45 p.m. Put on your dancing shoes and line dance. This is for beginners and is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
SOUND BATH. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Adults 18 and older can enjoy the rhythm and vibration of this medicine drum sound bath moving body and mind into deep rest mode. Your body will be refreshed and your mind clear and quiet. A unique and ancient healing arts practice. Cost is $16 for residents and $24 for non-residents. Train House, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
Wednesdays
CHAIR YOGA. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Help offset body aches encountered with desk work. This is an accessible yoga class for bodies not able to easily get up from and down to the floor. Do standing or sitting in a chair. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BRAIN BOOST. 10 – 11 a.m. Test your memory while creating new brain connections. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
KNITTING. 10 – 11 a.m. Learn how to knit or just enjoy knitting with other people. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
LEARN AND PLAY. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come in for an open play date with your toddler or preschooler. There will be developmental toys and puzzles as well as early literacy tips on display for parents and caregivers to incorporate into their daily activities. April 3, 10, 17 and 24. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
JEWELRY MAKING. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Come with friends to create fun designs and memories. Supplies are on-site. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
PIANO. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join Flint Long to play piano or just listen. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
SLOW AND STRETCHY. 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Adults 55 and older can flow through yoga poses slowly and intentionally, moving breath to movement, stretching everything from your head to your toes. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
LINE DANCING. 12 – 1 p.m. Looking for new ways to get your daily exercise in and care for yourself? Try line dancing. For adults 55 and older. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CHAIR VOLLEYBALL. 1 – 2 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Get fit while having fun. Free to participate. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. All materials included. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
DANCE. 2 – 2:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Instructor Maria Amaya will introduce you to dance fitness in this class designed for anyone who wants to gently and gradually increase cardio function, mobility and balance. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
LINE DANCING. 2 p.m. The town of Vass will host line dancing for seniors every other Wednesday. Cost is $5 per session. Vass Town Hall, 140 S. Alma St., Vass. Info: www.townofvassnc.gov.
LIBRARY PROGRAM. 3:30 p.m. At The Library After School (ATLAS) is an after-school program for children from kindergarten through second grade who enjoy activities, crafts, stories and meeting new friends. Dates this month are April 3, 10, 17 and 24. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
TAI CHI. 6:30 p.m. Come learn tai chi. There is no age limit and the classes are open to the public. Cost is $10 per class. Seven Lakes West Community Center, 556 Longleaf Drive, Seven Lakes. Info: (910) 400-5646.
YOGA. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Grab your yoga mat and head to Hatchet for a yoga session with Brady. Session cost is $10. Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.hatchetbrewing.com.
Thursdays
WORKSPACES. 7 a.m. – 3p.m. The Given Tufts Bookshop has a new pop-in co-workspace open on Mondays and Thursdays in the upstairs conference room. Bookshop floor and private meeting room by reservation only. Info: www.giventuftsfoundation.com.
MOORE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The year-round market features “producer only” vendors within a 50-mile radius providing fresh, local and seasonal produce, fruits, pasture meats, eggs, potting plants, cut flowers and local honey. Crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies are also available. Market is located at the Armory Sports Complex, 604 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines.
GIVEN STORY TIME. 10 a.m. Bring your preschooler to enjoy stories, songs and activities. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642.
BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to enjoy a class that will help reduce the risk of taking a tumble while increasing your ability to recover if you do. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
MUSIC AND MOTION. 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. Does your toddler like to move and groove? Join Music and Motion to get those wiggles out and work on gross and fine motor skills. For ages 2 – 5. An active library card is required. Dates this month are April 4, 11, 18 and 25. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
CROCHET CLUB. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to come with friends to create fun designs and memories. Supplies are on-site. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
STRETCH, STRENGTH, BALANCE. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older can enjoy exercises performed standing or sitting that will improve overall quality of life. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
ADAPTIVE YOGA. 12 – 1 p.m. Adults 55 and older can enjoy yoga that meets you where you are. Create a sense of balance and ease by slowly increasing your range of motion and mobility while maintaining your natural abilities. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CHESS AND MAHJONG. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Bring a board and a friend. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
MEDITATION. 1 – 2 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to connect with nature and with themselves in this 30-minute meditation. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
CABIN TOURS. 1 – 4 p.m. The Moore County Historical Association’s Shaw House grounds, cabins and gift shop are open for tours and visits. The restored tobacco barn features the history of children’s roles in the industry. Docents are ready to host you and the cabins are open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Shaw House, 110 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2051 or www.moorehistory.com.
IMPROVERS LINE DANCE. 3 – 5:30 p.m. Put on your dancing shoes and line dance. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. 15-501, West End.
LITTLE U. 3:30 p.m. Southern Pines Public Library’s new preschool program for children ages 3 1/2 to 5. There will be stories, songs, rhymes and activities that explore the world of books, language and literacy. Little U is a fun and interactive program designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills in preparation for kindergarten and beyond. April 4, 11, 18 and 25. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
SOUND BATH. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. All ages can enjoy the rhythm and vibration of this medicine drum sound bath moving body and mind into deep rest mode. Your body will be refreshed and your mind clear and quiet. A unique and ancient healing arts practice. Cost is $4 for residents and $6 for non-residents. Train House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
TRIVIA NIGHT. 7 – 9 p.m. Come enjoy a beer and some trivia. Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: www.hatchetbrewing.com.
Fridays
AEROBIC DANCE. 9 – 10 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy this low-to-moderate impact class with energizing music for an overall cardio and strength workout. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
JAM SESSION. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Do you like to play an instrument, sing or just listen to music? Come join a music jam session. This is a free program. Moore County Senior Enrichment Center, 8040 U.S. Highway 15-501, West End.
TAP CLASS. 10 – 11:30 a.m. For adults 55 and older. All levels welcome. Cost per class: $15/resident; $30/non-resident. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
QIGONG. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Classes will consist of chair and standing movements that can help soothe achy feet, tight hips, lower back pain and ease restriction in mobility. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. All materials included. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
HOMESCHOOL HANGOUT. 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Homeschool Hangout is for homeschooling families. Share ideas, triumphs, challenges, and questions while you get to know other families in the area. This is a drop-in program. Board games, coloring sheets and snacks will be provided. Dates this month are April 5, 12, 19 and 26. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.
LINE DANCING. 3 – 4 p.m. For adults 55 and older. If you’re interested in learning dance moves and building confidence on the dance floor, this class is for you. Leave your inhibitions at the door and join in. Cost for a monthly membership is $36 for residents and $52 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.
Saturdays
MOORE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The market features “producer only” vendors within a 50-mile radius providing fresh, local and seasonal produce, fruits, pasture meats, eggs, potting plants, cut flowers and local honey. Crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies are also available. The market runs through November. Downtown Southern Pines, 156 S.E. Broad St., Southern Pines. PS
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